Tuesday: Re-Boot Day 2

Hey NeverEver's!

Today is Day 2...the dreaded Day 2 of Re-booting. At least that is what I read about the normal Day 2's of Re-booting. The usual symptoms seem to be headaches, nausea, light headed-ness, lack of energy and just plain feeling dreadful. Not something that you usually want to experience...especially all together.

So how am I feeling on this Day 2?

Not bad, not bad at all. Of course the day is only half done but hey I want to look on the bright side of things ^_^!

I have felt light headed, but it isn't so bad that I feel like an invalid. No headaches or nausea to speak of. I did have some lack of energy but I am not sure if that is because I am in the habit of being lazy or it was the detox. Personally, I am leaning towards the habit not the detox.

Breakfast Day 2:

I didn't think about taking pictures of me actually making the smoothie. And it sure doesn't look like the lovely Pink Kale Juice from Kelly but it doesn't taste bad. Even after I figured out I forgot the Lime! Definitely taste the Kale though...I may have put just a tad to much in.

Lunch Day 2:

Today is another salad, happily the last one until Friday (YAY). I am on a fan of tomatoes. Nope never have been they are just...well the taste and I don't agree with one another. Which is why I am happy with the cherry tomatoes. I can barely taste the 'tomato-ness' and they are so easy to get down! 

My verdict is still out on Hummus. I know so many people like it but it is a little 'dry' to me. Not going to say no to it though because there are other flavors and types that I can try. Just this one...not my thing. 

Dinner Day 2:

Well it isn't dinner time yet but you guys can get a sneak peak of what is coming up! Dinner today is Butternut Squash Spaghetti! Currently still in the oven but it will be done soon, and when it is I will be having it later tonight. 

I have a 1 day assignment to do some data entry so I am taking dinner on the go. I was worried about doing this Re-boot and work, even if it is for only 1 day, but tonight's dinner made it easy! 

Last night a wonderful surprise came into the mail! And although I knew it was coming it was still a wonderful surprise. 

See a few weeks ago I entered a giveaway Averie from AverieCooks, wonderful spot if you haven't already read me gushing on and on about it, and it was to win 2 cookbooks. I was lucky enough to be picked! 

Now I have only gone through Vegan Eats World so far and man does this book explain so much! I am just a newbie in the kitchen that it gets me a little over whelmed, but with this book is breaks all the meals down. Goodness, before it even touches on the recipes it explains what saute-ing is, how to cut a potato (or other things) for french fry like goodness. There is even more explanations that I haven't even gotten to yet. Plus since it uses some unique herbs and spices it tells you where to find them and if there is any subs. 

Now forgive me but this book I am waiting until I am off the Re-Boot. Its called self preservation and I am using it now! But, what I can say...before I put the book on a high shelf...is that the cookies look amazing and yummy and I can't wait to make some of them!

Okay NeverEver's, I do have to get outta here, its time to get ready for my 1 day assignment! I will let you all know how the butternut squash pasta comes out!

Thanksgiving Already?!?!?

Hey NeverEver's,

Can you guys believe that it is already Sunday...and only 3 days away from Thanksgiving? I really can't believe that it is already here. Where has the time gone? Seriously!

I just got my Turkey and since I can have anywhere from 10 to 20 people over this Thursday, I had to go big! Found a 18.50 pound-er which should be enough to feed everyone!

I really had to move things around to be able to fit it. But in the end it was all put in!

So has everyone already figured out all the dishes for Turkey Day? I have most of the ideas already lined up. Here is what I got so far!

For my Turkey - Brined Herb-Crusted Turkey with Apple Cider Gravy

For my Stuffing - No stuffing, I want to have more of fresh herbs instead of bread!

For my Sides - Corn on the Cob - Honey Glazed Roasted Carrots - Snap Peas - Mushrooms - Mashed Potatoes - Toasted Scallions

For my Bread - Philsbury Biscuits (Hey I am not ready to cook bread yet ^_^)

For my Dip - Cranberry Apple Butter

For my Desert - Cranberry Bliss Bars

Yup, that is the game plan! Now to see if I can stick to it. Thanksgiving always seems to have a way of messing with the greatest of game plans!

So I do have some none Holiday things to share with you all as well!

First off:

Yup I have decided to do another challenge! This one is more physical instead of in the kitchen. So it starts on November 22nd (yup Thanksgiving) to December 31st and you do either 50 burpee's or squats that day. Once you are done you post to the Challenge Loop page that you did it! 

Really looking forward to this one because it will help me great ready for the next big news!

Yup, I signed up for the 2013 5k Color Run! It is on 2-2-2013 and I have lots of work to do before that day comes.

I have been seriously thinking about doing a 5k for a few years now, but I...well I was lazy and didn't know which one. Sp after much looking I decided on the Color Run. I mean first of all it looks like SO much fun. Secondly, it doesn't require me to run so its a perfect beginner one! And finally, well some of my Friends are doing it as well.

Yup I really didn't want to run alone.

That is my news! Heading out to do a short walk then come back in and play some Halo 4 with the Hubby!

So NeverEver's, have you run a 5k yet? And if you have which one did you do? Also, have you played around with the ChallengeLoop site yet? It is so much fun you really have to check it out!

#EatAtHomeChallenge - Day 2

Hey NeverEver's!

Hope you have all had a GREAT Tuesday! Mine was busy, busy, busy!

A small political issue...if you are here in the USA I do hope that you got your voice heard in the polls. Really, I am not saying who to vote for but I do believe that it is extremely important to go out there and vote.

Okay I am done!

Now on to the good stuff!

Also, finally tried the 'Perrier' finally. Never really had it before...wasn't sure what to expect but I liked it. It was bubbly water. It took my 'soda' want from me which is always a good thing!

Ranch Burgers hit again! It was a great re-warm up for lunch w/ some low fat cottage cheese and strawberries! I was completely full no need or WANT to hit up the pantry at work! Success!

So the plan was to make Chicken Lettuce Tacos. They were to have mushrooms, chicken, onions, lettuce and low fat cheese.

Now I am not saying it wasn't good...it was just missing something. I am not sure what...but it was missing something.Have any ideas what it could be? Cause I don't!

Also, I have no idea how the chef's get their lettuce so round...it is extremely hard! So more power to all of you!

My little lettuce taco. More like lettuce wraps but it was eaten all up. I barely have enough for lunch tomorrow. Which of course makes me feel great! Even though it was missing that 'something'!

I might be working Over Time tomorrow so I decided to get a head start on some of the things I needed for tomorrows dinner!

So far the White Chocolate Vanilla Marshmallow Cake Bars are finished and are currently cooling on the kitchen table.

Also the Cranberry Apple Butter is also finished and cooling in the fridge. It was smelling so good! I wish I could let you all smell how wonderful it is! Alas...the computer geniuses out there hasn't invented it (that I know of) so make it yourself okay! It is totally worth it!

Sad news...at least for me, I didn't get to the gym today. Wasn't home until after 7 pm, over time to help co-workers) and then I went straight to work in the kitchen. Have to say that the last part of that sentence is super weird for me to say.
Never been much of a cooker so this is all unique to me. Good thing I like unique!

Okay NeverEver's, I am super tired. Combined with Over Time, a little left over stomach issues, and playing with my new stove I am ready to hit the sack!

What Other Blogs Have Taught Me

Hey NeverEver's!

I wanted to dedicate a post to all the awesome blogs that I read on a Daily. Have to say I enjoy learning new things and besides they are so much fun to read!

Here are a few ones that really popped for me this week!

Peanut Butter Comparison by Averie Cooks
She did a really fun post about different peanut butters. Have to say this...I really didn't know there was so many different types! Not only that but there was some delicious looking, haven't baked them yet so they only look delicious, recipes that have peanut butter! One of my favorite places to pick up healthy and tasty recipes!

Picture from Averie Cooks!

Taking the "dread" out of the 'mill by fitnessista
I really do love reading this blog! I just love her style of writing and she makes it extremely fun to read! I really did love this post about the treadmill! I mean we have all been there and just bored on the treadmill.

How to Improve Rounded Shoulders by SweetToothSweetLife
This blog is amazing! Lots of different recipes and helpful fitness ideas! This one post really spoke to me as I am usually in a bad posture. So I keep trying these exercises to make sure I don't slump all that much!

This of course is only a small amount of the blogs that I read but these were some of the first ones I ever read! I would like to thank all of these wonderful blog writers and their permission to write about them here!

So NeverEver's what are some of your favorite blogs?